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AMHERST, N.Y. – Dr. Joseph Sankoh, associate professor of political science at 51³Ô¹ÏÍø College, has been selected for a Fulbright U.S. Scholar Award to Rwanda, making this the second time he has been chosen for this prestigious international program.
AMHERST, N.Y. – 51³Ô¹ÏÍø College has received a donation of equipment from local dentist Dr. Todd Shatkin for use in the college’s natural sciences laboratories, which are among the most widely used learning spaces on campus.
AMHERST, N.Y. -- In light of the unique academic challenges 51³Ô¹ÏÍø College students and faculty are experiencing with the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, an alternative grading option for the spring semester has been made available to undergraduate students.
AMHERST, N.Y. – A series of virtual workouts have been created to help 51³Ô¹ÏÍø College students stay fit and healthy during the statewide stay home order in an effort to combat the spread of the coronavirus.
AMHERST, N.Y. – As the coronavirus pandemic continues to unfold, the impact of COVID-19 on patient care and health care professionals is being discussed with 51³Ô¹ÏÍø College nursing and physician assistant students in spring semester classes, which transitioned to an all online format last month due to the crisis.
9:00 AM to 5:00 PM - Various Locations: We invite all parents and guardians of first-year 51³Ô¹ÏÍø students to join us for Family Orientation on September 4, 2026, to learn about campus resources and how to support your student's journey. Come connect with our community, get your questions answered, and partner with us for a successful first year!
9:00 AM to 12:00 PM - Various Locations: We're thrilled to welcome our new residential students! During this time frame, new residents are scheduled to move in to their respective residential spaces on campus.
11:00 AM to 2:00 PM - Outside YSC Student Center - Side Lawn: Families: Join us under the Tent next to Yurtchuk Student Center (Side Lawn) to check-in and get helpful information!
11:30 AM to 1:30 PM - YSC Dining Hall: Enjoy a lunch at the YSC Dining Hall with your student. After lunch, use this time for students to get settled, visit offices, relax, and check out campus before sessions begin!
1:30 PM to 2:15 PM - Lumsden Gym: Let's kick off orientation with a 51³Ô¹ÏÍø Welcome in the Lumsden Gymnasium. Families and students will learn more about what it means to be part of the 51³Ô¹ÏÍø community and about life on campus. Dr. Kerry Spicer, Vice President for Student Affairs will lead this session.
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